2006 Seat Cordoba vs. 2010 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2010 Kia Magentis is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Seat Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Seat Cordoba would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Kia Magentis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Kia Magentis (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Magentis should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Kia Magentis weights approximately 522 kg more than 2006 Seat Cordoba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Kia Magentis (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Seat Cordoba. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Kia Magentis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Seat Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Seat Cordoba | 2010 Kia Magentis | |
Make | Seat | Kia |
Model | Cordoba | Magentis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 168 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1602 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 62 L |